A unique ensemble for young people of all ages and their family members (moms, dads, guardians, aunt, uncles, and/or grandparents), this orchestra is comprised of African, Afro-Cuban, and Latin-American drums and percussion. Each member of this orchestra will also learn to play the African flute, a melodic instrument which will be provided to each participant as a part of their tuition. Basic music reading skills are helpful but not required. The CTYO Drum Orchestra is designed to promote the development of rhythmic skills and cross-cultural musical expressiveness, and offers a concert experience for the participants. It is an ideal opportunity for entire families to join together in the music learning and music making experience. The orchestra plays a wide range of repertoire from various cultures and of varying styles.
Auditions are
not required for placement. However, participants must confirm their enrollment by completing the orchestra application and submitting it with the application fee. Confirmation of enrollment will be sent from the CTYO office. Please see the application for details.
Through the Drum Orchestra, CTYO also provides a special outreach program for the Samaritan Inn of McKinney, serving homeless young people and their families through the enriching and empowering effects of rhythm.
The Drums
This is a quality set of indigenous African drums that supports the use of a respected drumming curriculum developed by Dr. Will Schmid. These instruments are used weekly at for rehearsals of the
Tweneboa Drum Orchestra at Slaughter Elementary school, support our drum outreach offering at the Samaritan Inn, and are incorporated into the summer workshops sponsored by CTYO.
None currently listed 
